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Messi wows Tokyo fans days after Hong Kong no-show
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi played 30 minutes of a friendly match in Japan on Wednesday, days after his no-show in a similar match sparked fury in Hong Kong.
North returns as Wales ring changes for England
George North was recalled by Wales as Warren Gatland made wholesale alterations to his side for Saturday's Six Nations match against England at Twickenham.
Messi wows Tokyo fans in friendly defeat by Kobe
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi pleased Tokyo fans on Wednesday in a friendly match that ended in a 4-3 penalty shootout loss to Vissel Kobe after the game ended goalless.
Bastianini sets unofficial MotoGP Sepang lap record on day two testing
Italian Enea Bastianini shattered the MotoGP unofficial lap record at the Sepang Circuit during a dramatic second day pre-season test on Wednesday just hours after day one fastest rider Jorge Martin achieved it.
From Asian Cup final to Premier League? Jordan's coach hopes so
Jordan coach Hussein Ammouta hopes their surprise run to the Asian Cup final will spark broader development in the country's football and propel Jordanian players into the Premier League.
Knives out for Klinsmann after South Korea's 'shameful' Asian Cup exit
Jurgen Klinsmann's position as South Korea coach came under intense pressure on Wednesday after what local media called a "shameful" and "humiliating" Asian Cup semi-final defeat to Jordan.
New Zealand hammer South Africa by 281 runs in first Test
Black Caps seamer Kyle Jamieson claimed four wickets on Wednesday to drive New Zealand to a 281-run win over South Africa with a day to spare in the first Test.
Irving returns to inflict defeat on Brooklyn
On the first anniversary of his trade to Dallas, Kyrie Irving returned to Brooklyn on Tuesday and showed his old team what they had lost with 36 points as the Mavericks beat the Nets 119-107.
From 'Mr. Irrelevant' to 'Mr. Right': Purdy plots Super Bowl ambush
Just under two years ago, Brock Purdy was a little-known college quarterback embarking on an NFL career with few expectations.
France's Paul Willemse to miss two Six Nations matches over red card
France second row Paul Willemse will miss the Six Nations matches against Scotland and Italy after he was suspended for four weeks on Tuesday for a red card in the defeat to Ireland.
Pochettino won't lose his hair over Chelsea crisis
Mauricio Pochettino insists he won't lose his hair because of Chelsea's dismal form as the under-fire Blues boss called for perspective over their slump.
Sadiq blows chances to earn Real Sociedad cup semi lead at Mallorca
Real Sociedad striker Umar Sadiq spurned a string of opportunities to earn his team a first leg-advantage in a 0-0 Copa del Rey semi-final draw at Real Mallorca.
Tah strikes late to send Leverkusen to German Cup semis
Jonathan Tah scored in the 90th minute to send Bayer Leverkusen through to the German Cup semis, with a 3-2 win at home over Stuttgart on Tuesday.
Six Nations blow for France as Willemse suspended for four weeks
France suffered another blow to their Six Nations hopes on Tuesday when lock Paul Willemse was suspended for four weeks over his sending-off in their loss to Ireland.
Paris Olympics chief says he faces legal probe over pay
Paris Olympics chief organiser Tony Estanguet on Tuesday confirmed that French investigators had opened a legal probe into his pay, six months before the Games begin.
Broos hoping South Africa's collective strength can see off Nigerian stars
South Africa might not have a superstar like Victor Osimhen, but Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos is hopeful his team's collective strength can help them overcome Nigeria in Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final.
'Devastated' Son apologises as South Korea dumped out of Asian Cup
Son Heung-min apologised and said he was "devastated" after South Korea crashed out of the Asian Cup with a stunning 2-0 semi-final defeat to underdogs Jordan on Tuesday.
Osaka trying not to feel 'a failure' after early Abu Dhabi exit
Naomi Osaka said she was trying not to feel "like a failure" after her comeback hit another roadblock with a 7-5, 6-0 defeat to former world number seven Danielle Collins in the first round of the Abu Dhabi Open on Tuesday.
Nigeria's Osimhen declared fit for AFCON semi-final
Nigeria superstar Victor Osimhen is available to play in Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against South Africa following a fitness scare, the team confirmed.
DR Congo team determined to 'give joy' to supporters as conflict scars country
Democratic Republic of Congo coach Sebastien Desabre is hoping his team can use Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against Ivory Coast to "give joy" to people at home amidst ongoing violence in the volatile east of the country.
Wales coach King demands 'no fear' in England Six Nations clash
Wales assistant coach Alex King has demanded a "no-fear" approach in their Six Nations clash against England at Twickenham on Saturday.
'Angry' Klinsmann vows not to quit after S. Korea's Asian Cup exit
Jurgen Klinsmann vowed to carry on as South Korea coach despite failing to fulfil his stated objective of reaching the Asian Cup final following a 2-0 defeat to Jordan on Tuesday.
Rodgers urges Celtic to 'stay calm' amid title pressure
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has urged the Scottish Premiership leaders to stay calm as the pressure mounts in a tense title race.
MVP Embiid out for at least a month after knee surgery
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid, the NBA's reigning Most Valuable Player, has been ruled out for at least a month after knee surgery, his team said on Tuesday.
Becker steps down as Rune coach after four months
Boris Becker announced on Tuesday he would "step down as coach of Holger Rune with immediate effect" after just four months working with the Dane.
Ratcliffe joins Man Utd greats for Munich memorial service
Jim Ratcliffe was among those in attendance at Old Trafford on Tuesday on the 66th anniversary of the Munich air disaster as he edges closer to becoming minority owner at Manchester United.
Hosts Ivory Coast determined to continue 'miraculous' run until AFCON final
Ivory Coast's interim coach Emerse Fae has urged his team to go into Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against the Democratic Republic of Congo with the mindset that has allowed the hosts to make a "miraculous" recovery from the brink of elimination at the tournament.
Jordan stun South Korea to reach Asian Cup final for first time
Jordan powered past Son Heung-min's South Korea 2-0 on Tuesday to reach their first Asian Cup final and a showdown with Iran or hosts and holders Qatar.
Under-fire Pochettino reveals 'good text' from Chelsea owners
Mauricio Pochettino said on Tuesday he had received a "very good text" from Chelsea's owners as the pressure mounts on the Argentine manager following back-to-back Premier League defeats.
'Not like usual': Paris set for major Olympic restrictions
What will life be like for Parisians when the Olympics begin in July? The top official in charge of security said Tuesday that residents should brace for QR codes and major security restrictions in parts of the capital.
Alonso's Leverkusen 'play like he played', says Bayern's Neuer
Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer said former team-mate Xabi Alonso has his unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen playing in the ex-midfielder's own image, before Saturday's clash between the sides.
Halep to appear before CAS to appeal four-year doping ban
Former world number one Simona Halep will appear before a three-day hearing of the Court of Arbitration for Sport starting on Wednesday to appeal her four-year doping ban, CAS confirmed.